Honolulu, Hawaii – Tropical Storm Kiko is moving west just north of the Hawaiian Islands tonight, bringing dangerous seas and gusty winds that could affect marine travel into midweek. The system was located about 22.4°N, 157.1°W at 11 p.m. Tuesday, with sustained winds of 40 mph while traveling west at 13 mph.
According to the Central Pacific Hurricane Center in Honolulu, the storm’s core will remain north of the islands, but hazardous conditions are expected well outside its track cone. Swells generated by Kiko will likely produce high surf and rip currents along north-facing shores, especially around Oahu and Kauai through Thursday. Mariners are urged to avoid small craft operations in open waters.
Residents are not expected to see direct impacts from Kiko’s strongest winds, but the system may enhance moisture over the region, with brief heavy showers possible on windward slopes. Emergency officials recommend avoiding coastal activities, charging devices ahead of potential power interruptions, and checking local advisories before travel.
The storm is forecast to gradually weaken by Friday as it moves farther west into the Pacific. However, hazardous seas may linger into the weekend, and updated advisories remain possible.
